Director: Environment and Culture Sector

Manage the development of strategic and operational plans and guidelines for the coordination of EPWP in the Environment and Culture Sector programmes- : Undertake research to develop frameworks 9moddels, guidelines, training strategies, etc). Consult with relevant stakeholders for inputs. Ensure that strategic and operational plans and guidelines are developed/ reviewed in line with applicable prescripts (APP, MTSF ect) and are aligned to the government's priorities and outcomes. Promote the development of cross-sector norms and standards in alignment to the EPWP requirements. Monitor the implementation and compliance with the EPWP guidelines. Manage the coordination for the implementation of EPWP Environment and Culture sector programmes-: Support the identification and planning of Environment and Culture sector programmes and projects. Ensure the implementation of the Environment and Culture sector models in line with EPWP. Manage the allocation of financial resources (conditional grant) for sector projects. Promote the introduction of labour-intensive technologies in the sector. Monitor and evaluate the environmental impact of the Expanded Public Works Programme. Manage the coordination of the environmental and culture sector activities between the Department and relevant stakeholders-: Coordinate and support processes for establishment of sector governance structures for efficiency and effectiveness to maintain sound relationships with stakeholders. Oversee engagements with stakeholders on DPWI structures. Consult with relevant stakeholders with regards to the development of sector strategic frameworks e.g strategic plans, guidelines, training plans for the EPWP implementation; Coordinate the collating of inputs from participating departments and stakeholders to ensure reporting on work opportunities. Provide support to the sector regional coordinators and provincial implementing bodies. Coordinate the impact evaluation of the programmes. Prepare and submit regular progress reports to relevant stakeholders. Coordinate EPWP M&E procedures and processes of DPWI and implementing public body projects. Manage the Directorate-: Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems to meet performance expectations. Develop and manage the operational plan of the Directorate and report on progress as required. Manage performance and development of employees. Establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Compile and submit all required administrative reports; Quality control of work delivered by employees. Monitor the budget and expenditures for the Directorate.